2014 R1 RN23 Project

[NoExpert]

Decided I'd finally post the little bit of tweaking I've done to my R1 and give some of the back story.

I totaled my 2014 R6 12.01.2015, a little over 6 months after buying it.

While at the shop discussing the damages I noticed their last two 2014 R1's were on clearance at pretty good prices. After a night to think about it I put a deposit on one the next morning and I brought it home about a week later on 04.02.2015.

I pulled the side reflectors and dealer plate off as well as installed the Woodcraft swing arm slider spools and Antigravity battery from the R6 the day I brought it home. I also flipped the shift linkage for GP style shifting since I prefer this.

Here's what's been done so far as well as what's in the plans. This list will be updated as parts get added/changed.

Totally stock a few minutes after bringing it home from the dealership 04.02.2015

ON THE BIKE
AntiGravity LiFePo4 battery 04.02.2015

Woodcraft swing arm slider spools 04.02.2015

Renthal clip ons 07.02.2015

Woodcraft weighted bar end sliders 07.02.2015

Removed CA emissions charcoal canister 14.02.2015

Yoshimura fender eliminator 17.02.2015

FlashTune ECU bike side wire harness/flashed ECU 26.02.2015

Valter Moto oil cap 11.03.2015

Traxxion Dynamics preload adjuster knobs 12.03.2015

TWM SC fuel cap 12.03.2015

GYTR rear seat cowl 13.03.2015

NoMar rear peg removal plates/reservoir bracket 13.03.2015

Leo Vince SBK Evo II full system (SS/CF) 13.03.2015

Graves smog block off plates (removed AIS system) 13.03.2015

Sprint air filter 13.03.2015
(no photo)

Modified RN23 airbox to RN22 style 13.03.2015

Tygon 8mm tube between front m/c and reservoir 21.03.2015
(no photo)

TST Industries electronic flasher relay 21.03.2015
(no photo)

T-Rex adjustable rear linkage arm (+5.25 mm lift) 21.03.2015

Traxxion Dynamics custom rear spring spacer 21.03.2015
(no photo)

Hypercoils linear rear spring 21.03.2015
(no photo)

90° valve stems 28.03.2015

Traxxion Dynamics linear front fork springs 03.04.2015
(no photo)

Suspension tuned by SST 03.04.2015
(no photo)

Traxxion Dynamics 2mm shock shim (+4 mm lift) 20.06.2015

GYTR smoke raised windscreen 23.07.2015

Optimate LiFePo4 battery tester/connector 24.07.2015

Renthal dual compound Kevlar grips 24.07.2015

Traf-X X-Light 02 LED turn signals (rear) 30.07.2015

Pirelli Angel GT tires (installed at 7.000 km) 04.08.2015

Graves mechanical cam chain tensioner (CCT) 04.08.2015

Cox radiator guard 05.08.2015

Stahlbus oil drain valve 22.08.2015
(no photo)

WD flush mount LED front turn signals 29.08.2015

StompGrip clear tank grip 12.09.2015

RoadLok disc brake lock 12.09.2015

Custom LED Blaster-X taillight 26.09.2015

Custom LED Blaster-X control switch 26.09.2015
(no photo)

Woodcraft frame slider pucks (short) and mounts 26.09.2015

Woodcraft front axle sliders 29.09.2015

Osram Super Bright 65w headlight bulbs 02.10.2015
(no photo)

RAM X-Mount 25.10.2015

04-08 clutch kit (friction plate, clutch boss spring, seat plate) 23.12.2015
(no photo)

Barnett heavy duty clutch springs (installed 3 of 6) 23.12.2015
(no photo)

2015 R1M sprocket cover 08.01.2016

Knock off black levers 14.01.2016

Fuel line mod 14.02.2016
(no photo)

Samco silicone hoses in red 29.04.2016
Woodcraft case covers with stainless steel skid plates 29.04.2016

Custom aluminum radiator hose to go past header 29.04.2016

HealTech iQSE-1 quickshifter 02.06.2016

Robby Moto quick action throttle (pending due to broken cable)

Domino Parco grips 02.06.2016

Changed spark plugs 02.06.2016

GARAGE TOOLS
Woodcraft race rear stand (for spools)
Woodcraft stem lift front stand

Optimate TM-291 LiFePo4 battery charger

WAITING TO BE INSTALLED/ON THE WAY
Brembo rear brake light pressure switch

PLAN TO ORDER
Woolich Race Tuned flash interface/data logger
Fren Tubo Carbotech brake lines
MMR ultra lightweight rear rotor
Galespeed VRC front master cylinder
Galespeed clutch perch
LighTech chain tighteners in red

Hopefully it's not too terribly boring. Currently I am running a FlashTune ECU setup but, later I may change to a Woolich Racing Tuned log box setup. Still deciding if I'll import my bike when we move or if I'll buy a new one over there.

 

[randy88]

Wow nice bike and nice pictures!

 

[Anno 1965]

Leuk zo'n fotorapportage. Mooie bike.

 

[Woody]

Very nice report.
Bike modding posts are never too long

 

[LePensZeur]

took me a few minutes to vieuw everything.
your neighbour sells woodcraft ?

very nice, lots of mods for just 1 bike

 

[srad-rob]

never heard of woodcraft, they make nice tuning parts
how did you find the dutch motor forum page?

 

[NoExpert]

Thank you all for the kind words.

Woodcraft makes quality parts at affordable prices and their crash protection parts are highly recommended in the US. Since I had the Woodcraft frame sliders and liked the design I stuck with them for all of the protection parts. Even their stands aren't that expensive at $260 USD for the set and they're rock solid. The frame slider bases and pucks are around $65 shipped and the pucks are replaceable individually in the event of a crash. The other thing I like is the frame sliders are low profile. If they stick out too much they can snag and flip the bike doing a lot more damage.

Some of my parts are second hand that I picked up at really good prices. The Leo Vince exhaust, RoadLok disc lock, Samco hoses/clamps, and Woodcraft case covers are some of the parts I've bought used, most around half price or less.

As for finding the forum, since my wife and I are considering moving to The Netherlands in the next couple years I decided to search for Dutch motorcycle forums to try to understand the culture and hopefully make new friends while discussing something in common (maybe even learn a little Dutch). We'll probably be in The Netherlands next spring/summer looking at the different areas and getting a better feel for where we would like to move to. We were there this past November and it was one of the two countries we both said we were interested in moving to.

 

[-BaSh-]

Thank you all for the kind words.

Woodcraft makes quality parts at affordable prices and their crash protection parts are highly recommended in the US. Since I had the Woodcraft frame sliders and liked the design I stuck with them for all of the protection parts. Even their stands aren't that expensive at $260 USD for the set and they're rock solid. The frame slider bases and pucks are around $65 shipped and the pucks are replaceable individually in the event of a crash. The other thing I like is the frame sliders are low profile. If they stick out too much they can snag and flip the bike doing a lot more damage.

Some of my parts are second hand that I picked up at really good prices. The Leo Vince exhaust, RoadLok disc lock, Samco hoses/clamps, and Woodcraft case covers are some of the parts I've bought used, most around half price or less.

As for finding the forum, since my wife and I are considering moving to The Netherlands in the next couple years I decided to search for Dutch motorcycle forums to try to understand the culture and hopefully make new friends while discussing something in common (maybe even learn a little Dutch). We'll probably be in The Netherlands next spring/summer looking at the different areas and getting a better feel for where we would like to move to. We were there this past November and it was one of the two countries we both said we were interested in moving to.

Very nice bike

Can't say I understand your motivation to move here but it seems our little country is a lot more interesting then we realize or something

I am actually thinking about moving to the US, up until now only by entering the greencard lottery but perhaps (if I won't 'win' the lottery in the next couple of years) i'll make more serious work of it

 

[NoExpert]

It's all about the marijuana and prostitutes. Just kidding

My wife is from Europe, we've been discussing moving there for a little while now but, we needed to decide where to move and the logistics of it as well as look into the job market and housing. As for why The Netherlands, my wife wants to be near the sea and she likes modern architecture and design. For me it's more about the people and culture.

Don't rush over here, the job market is still in the trash and Obama has set the country back about 50 years. The healthcare system is a bad joke and the American system is all about putting you deep into debt. There's also a huge lack of personal responsibility here. Everything is somebody else's fault and nobody owns their actions. Sad to see what this country has become. But that's my personal view on things here.

What state/area would you try to move to?

 

[-BaSh-]

It's all about the marijuana and prostitutes. Just kidding

My wife is from Europe, we've been discussing moving there for a little while now but, we needed to decide where to move and the logistics of it as well as look into the job market and housing. As for why The Netherlands, my wife wants to be near the sea and she likes modern architecture and design. For me it's more about the people and culture.

Don't rush over here, the job market is still in the trash and Obama has set the country back about 50 years. The healthcare system is a bad joke and the American system is all about putting you deep into debt. There's also a huge lack of personal responsibility here. Everything is somebody else's fault and nobody owns their actions. Sad to see what this country has become. But that's my personal view on things here.

What state/area would you try to move to?

Lol, sounds great

I guess we/I only see the upsides of America; huge differences in nature, nicer weather, cheaper bikes () and so forth..
Certainly good to hear the other side of the story from someone who lives there.
I'm not yet fixating on location because it's not in a really serious state at the moment, should I be so fortunate to 'win' the greencard lottery, I'll still have 1 to 1,5 years to think about where i'll be going.

But at the moment I'd say the westcoast (ofcourse) although New York and surrounding also appeal to me, and so does Texas, Arizona... aargh

Whenever you're in the country we should meet up for a ride, maybe chat a little back and forth about pro's and cons

 

[NoExpert]

I can see what you're saying about America and your reasons are valid. Have you visited here much? America has become a great place to visit and such, but living here is getting harder and harder.

Definitely up for meeting and having a good discussion and going for a ride. Maybe slip into Germany to see what the bike can really do on the Autobahn.

 

[randy88]

The south of the netherlands is the most beautifull of course :p 2 2hour drive to the sea, 15 min to the firdt german autobahn and close to a nature park with hills in germany: naturpark eifel

But thats my opinion :p

 

[NoExpert]

We're tentatively looking around Eindhoven, have to work so need to be near an area with jobs. Pros or cons to this area?

 

[Basta!!]

We're tentatively looking around Eindhoven, have to work so need to be near an area with jobs. Pros or cons to this area?

Eindhoven is ok, good jobs in tech sector around here. Its definitely not the prettiest city, but its rather cheap and traffic is not too bad. I for instance prefer Den Bosch over Eindhoven; older city centre and more lively. There are also some nice villages close to Eindhoven that might be interesting to you.

The most high paying jobs, you'll find in Utrecht/Amsterdam area, but its more expensive for living and way worse for traffic.

feel free to pm me for more info

 

[Basta!!]

Lol, sounds great

I guess we/I only see the upsides of America; huge differences in nature, nicer weather, cheaper bikes () and so forth..
Certainly good to hear the other side of the story from someone who lives there.
I'm not yet fixating on location because it's not in a really serious state at the moment, should I be so fortunate to 'win' the greencard lottery, I'll still have 1 to 1,5 years to think about where i'll be going.

But at the moment I'd say the westcoast (ofcourse) although New York and surrounding also appeal to me, and so does Texas, Arizona... aargh

Whenever you're in the country we should meet up for a ride, maybe chat a little back and forth about pro's and cons

Second hand bikes are actually more expensive in California. I lived in Cali for 6 months, its definitely beautiful and a lot of fun, but it also has in downsides: expensive, too large income differences, crazy medical system and superficial people etc. But its damn good for surfing, riding, partying, traveling, nature etc etc.

 

[NoExpert]

@BladeOfFury you pretty much nailed it. Especially about the superficial people, also a lot of self absorbed people. Sound like you were in or near LA.

However, second hand bikes can be found at good prices, just have to go to the right places. There are even some deals on new bikes which are pretty good as well. My R1 was $9970 plus tax/license/destination fees ($12,000 total). Cost less than my R6 did.

Thanks for the info, I'm trying to figure out what sort of jobs I can go after in NL, not sure where the best places to look for jobs are. I'll definitely be sending you a PM in the near future.

 

[Jas-Per]

Eindhoven is ok, good jobs in tech sector around here.

The most high paying jobs, you'll find in Utrecht/Amsterdam area...

The best paying jobs in the tech sector are @ the high tech campus. High Tech Campus Eindhoven is the smartest square km in Europe with more than 140 companies and 10.000 people working there.

 

[AMo]

Decided I'd finally post the little bit of tweaking I've done to my R1 and give some of the back story.

I totaled my 2014 R6 12.01.2015, a little over 6 months after buying it.
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While at the shop discussing the damages I noticed their last two 2014 R1's were on clearance at pretty good prices. After a night to think about it I put a deposit on one the next morning and I brought it home about a week later on 04.02.2015.

[afbeelding]

I pulled the side reflectors and dealer plate off as well as installed the Woodcraft swing arm slider spools and Antigravity battery from the R6 the day I brought it home. I also flipped the shift linkage for GP style shifting since I prefer this.

Here's what's been done so far as well as what's in the plans. This list will be updated as parts get added/changed.

Totally stock a few minutes after bringing it home from the dealership 04.02.2015
[afbeelding]

ON THE BIKE
AntiGravity LiFePo4 battery 04.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Woodcraft swing arm slider spools 04.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Renthal clip ons 07.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Woodcraft weighted bar end sliders 07.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Removed CA emissions charcoal canister 14.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Yoshimura fender eliminator 17.02.2015
[afbeelding]

FlashTune ECU bike side wire harness/flashed ECU 26.02.2015
[afbeelding]

Valter Moto oil cap 11.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Traxxion Dynamics preload adjuster knobs 12.03.2015
[afbeelding]

TWM SC fuel cap 12.03.2015
[afbeelding]

GYTR rear seat cowl 13.03.2015
[afbeelding]

NoMar rear peg removal plates/reservoir bracket 13.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Leo Vince SBK Evo II full system (SS/CF) 13.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Graves smog block off plates (removed AIS system) 13.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Sprint air filter 13.03.2015
(no photo)

Modified RN23 airbox to RN22 style 13.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Tygon 8mm tube between front m/c and reservoir 21.03.2015
(no photo)

TST Industries electronic flasher relay 21.03.2015
(no photo)

T-Rex adjustable rear linkage arm (+5.25 mm lift) 21.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Traxxion Dynamics custom rear spring spacer 21.03.2015
(no photo)

Hypercoils linear rear spring 21.03.2015
(no photo)

90° valve stems 28.03.2015
[afbeelding]

Traxxion Dynamics linear front fork springs 03.04.2015
(no photo)

Suspension tuned by SST 03.04.2015
(no photo)

Traxxion Dynamics 2mm shock shim (+4 mm lift) 20.06.2015
[afbeelding]


GYTR smoke raised windscreen 23.07.2015
[afbeelding]

Optimate LiFePo4 battery tester/connector 24.07.2015
[afbeelding]

Renthal dual compound Kevlar grips 24.07.2015
[afbeelding]

Traf-X X-Light 02 LED turn signals (rear) 30.07.2015
[afbeelding]

Pirelli Angel GT tires (installed at 7.000 km) 04.08.2015
[afbeelding]

Graves mechanical cam chain tensioner (CCT) 04.08.2015
[afbeelding]

Cox radiator guard 05.08.2015
[afbeelding]

Stahlbus oil drain valve 22.08.2015
(no photo)

WD flush mount LED front turn signals 29.08.2015
[afbeelding]

StompGrip clear tank grip 12.09.2015
[afbeelding]

RoadLok disc brake lock 12.09.2015
[afbeelding]

Custom LED Blaster-X taillight 26.09.2015
[afbeelding]

Custom LED Blaster-X control switch 26.09.2015
(no photo)

Woodcraft frame slider pucks (short) and mounts 26.09.2015
[afbeelding]

Woodcraft front axle sliders 29.09.2015
[afbeelding]

Osram Super Bright 65w headlight bulbs 02.10.2015
(no photo)

RAM X-Mount 25.10.2015
[afbeelding]

04-08 clutch kit (friction plate, clutch boss spring, seat plate) 23.12.2015
(no photo)

Barnett heavy duty clutch springs (installed 3 of 6) 23.12.2015
(no photo)

2015 R1M sprocket cover 08.01.2016
[afbeelding]

Knock off black levers 14.01.2016
[afbeelding]

Fuel line mod 14.02.2016
(no photo)

Samco silicone hoses in red 29.04.2016
Woodcraft case covers with stainless steel skid plates 29.04.2016
[afbeelding]

[afbeelding]

Custom aluminum radiator hose to go past header 29.04.2016
[afbeelding]

HealTech iQSE-1 quickshifter 02.06.2016
[afbeelding]

Robby Moto quick action throttle (pending due to broken cable)
[afbeelding]

Domino Parco grips 02.06.2016
[afbeelding]

Changed spark plugs 02.06.2016
[afbeelding]

GARAGE TOOLS
Woodcraft race rear stand (for spools)
Woodcraft stem lift front stand
[afbeelding]

Optimate TM-291 LiFePo4 battery charger
[afbeelding]

WAITING TO BE INSTALLED/ON THE WAY
Brembo rear brake light pressure switch

PLAN TO ORDER
Woolich Race Tuned flash interface/data logger
Fren Tubo Carbotech brake lines
MMR ultra lightweight rear rotor
Galespeed VRC front master cylinder
Galespeed clutch perch
LighTech chain tighteners in red

Hopefully it's not too terribly boring. Currently I am running a FlashTune ECU setup but, later I may change to a Woolich Racing Tuned log box setup. Still deciding if I'll import my bike when we move or if I'll buy a new one over there.

Nice work expert! looking verry good!

 

[mischadbs]

Very nice buddy!!

 

[NoExpert]

@AMo Thank you!

@mischadbs Thank you. I have nothing compared to your build, a true work of passion.